81the equalizerSimilar to a Music Equalizer, this bridge equalizer is a massive customizable bridge which can be manipulated according to the public needs and contributes in converting footsteps into electricity, the goals of this public spaces is to bring people and the city, together, sustainable.
3Honorable MentionHongkou Cemetery: A City of the DeadThe design seeks to respond to the ever-increasing need for more accessible burial places in Shanghai by exploring a balance between efficient density and quality of space.
11Runner-upAnother Way to AccompanyWe apply yarn structure to our design as an innovation. Through this design, we want to convey that : the death of our loved ones doesn't mean the end. They become the air we breathe, the scenery in our eyes, the shade in summer, the fragrant smell and the eternal power in our hearts. Don't be so sad. Their departure is just another way to stay with us.
145Honorable MentionIn Light We ReturnThe project is to replace the traditional generic cemetery space with highly differentiated urban context, releasing the identical heavy stone-made tombs on the ground to various sensitive crystal-like prism in the sky, the tension between life and death, mortal and immortal, past and future has been reintegrated in increasing densified urban realms.
112"Per aspera ad astra" The name of the project "Per aspera ad astra" in Latin means "Through the thorns to the stars".This is a slogan for the further development of all mankind in the study of space. The concept of my project reflects the desire of mankind to overcome the difficulties in studying our Universe.
10HalubiloHalubilo, is a filipino term which means socialization. A house that values family connections more than anything.
12Nano Nest I Vast EgoThis is a house located in TABAS, IRAN. The concept is how tiny spaces were managed for living in old style houses and how they used natural elements for making better life style. In addition, how to respond modern life style needs such as privacy and family connections.
26Amakan HouseLocated at the center of the village with a unique culture, the lively place of Sawang Calero, Cebu City, Philippines. Inspired by a traditional material, an indigenous versatile material, durable, and sturdy an outer skin of the building gives it a modern tropical vibe.
10FINE LINEThe project is based on designing a modern house for a Turkish background family.The importance of coming together for meals,to share traditions and good times,there is something more to it. The kitchen table is the heartbeat of a family. A deep void is created centers the dining table and extends through the sky gives meaning to this special area.
9Living SpaceWhat are the requirements of the users in the living spaces other than their vital needs such as eating and sleeping? If the minimum required structure occupies a large part of the living space, why not have other functions? Should a ladder only provide circulation? Or is a wall just a divider?
10Re-imagining tiny homesConcept of home goes far beyond discipline of Architecture and no longer constrained within mono discipline. While creating architecture we are aiming to reflect complexity of social family composition, global trends of working culture and ever-changing lifestyles.
91Immigrant Family's DreamWith the wish of a world free of violence and war, we envisioned a Syrian family that is migrating to neighboring Lebanon and the city of Beirut as a result of civil war, unrest and conflict. We seek to make up for the psychological damage of war to this family.
